Florida Sank Retired Tanks as Artificial Reefs
In 1994, Florida placed seven retired M60 tanks on the seafloor off Pensacola to act as artificial reefs. The project involved careful preparation before the tanks went underwater. A 2000 inspection found the tanks still in their original positions, and marine life benefits from the structures, the report says.
Context
Context: Artificial reefs are underwater structures that give fish and other sea life places to live, and many coastal areas use old ships or other materials for them. Florida is known for this practice, and the M60 is a US Army battle tank.
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